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the Filipino familyBy Carla Paras-Sison ABS-CBN Corporation launches its election coverage campaign about a year before election day. But it’s not protocol. Ging Reyes, head of ABS-CBN Integrated News and Current Affairs (INCA), says it actually takes the team a year to prepare for the elections. Turn to page 6

Workplaces with Mornings Mother’s the Rockwell with the May touch…page 2 ‘momshies’…page 4 …page 12  Lopezlink May 2016 Biz News Biz News Lopezlink May 2016  2015 AUDITED FINANCIAL RESULTS

Period Dispatch from Total revenues Net income attributable to equity January- holders of the parent Building Mindanao’s September Workplaces with Design-driven PH products showcased in 2014 2015 % change 2014 2015 % change By John ALFS fest Porter ABS-CBN P33.544B P38.278B +14 P2.387B P2.932B +23 largest solar farm Lopez Holdings P99.191B P96.510B -3 P3.760B P6.191B +65 theBy Rachel Varilla Rockwell touch KIRAHON Solar Energy cure ERC [Energy Regulatory ing to the project’s success,” said EDC P30.867B P34.360B +11 P11.681B P7.642B -34 Corporation (KSEC) has for- Commission] approval and the KSEC CEO Mike Lichtenfeld. First Gen $1.903B $1,836B -4 $193.2M $167.3M -13 DELIVERING the same me- As the first mally inaugurated its 12.5- first to secure local nonrecourse Kirahon Solar Farm is First FPH P99.307B P96.643 -3 P5.632B P5.406B -4 ticulous standards it dedicated prime of- megawatt Kirahon Solar Farm debt financing, it was important Balfour’s second solar power Rock P8.853B P8.922B +1 P1.563B P1.644B +5 to its residential developments, fice project of in Misamis Oriental. Located that the project was executed on project following the 4.2-MW Rockwell Land is likewise Rockwell Land, on a 15-hectare property in- schedule and within budget. First Burgos solar farm in Ilocos The absence of extraordinary items pulled back the performance of EDC but recurring net income remained side Phividec Industrial Estate Balfour consistently demonstrat- Norte. Today, the solar farm stable all the way to parent F​irst Gen​ and conglomerate FPH. For the 2015 financial performance of ABS-CBN, transforming the office land- 8 Rockwell in Sitio Kirahon, the plant has ed a willingness to work together supplies clean power to more EDC and F​irst Gen​, see stories published in the April 2016 issue of LopezLink​​ scape. Quality innovation and houses promi- a sense of the Rockwell lifestyle nent local and 41,080 units of 305-watt solar through challenges during con- than 20,000 local households, have been seamlessly infused multinational panels generating a nominal struction and always remained offsetting some 18 million into its commercial achieve- c o m p a n i e s power output of 12.53 MWp. solution-oriented. The project is kilowatt-hours per year of die- Maritess L. Lopez (5th from right) with the team behind the “As the first solar farm to be now operating beautifully and we sel power plant output and 14 ments—Rockwell Business while serving Philippine embassy’s ALFS bazaar participation Center in Ortigas, 8 Rockwell as Rockwell built under a PSA [power sup- are proud to have First Balfour as million kilograms of carbon di- Lopez Holdings in and soon, Rockwell Land’s main ply agreement], the first to se- a key member of the team lead- oxide emissions per year. Business Center-Sheridan in headquarters. THE Philippine embassy in Abe, spouse of Prime Mandaluyong and Santolan The first Rock- Tokyo led by Ambassador Minister Shinzo Abe, Town Plaza in San Juan. well-built office Manuel M. Lopez and Mari- were among those who Rockwell Business Center in within Rock- tess L. Lopez participated in graced the event. netsBy Carla Paras-Sison P6.191B Ortigas set a strong entry point for well Center is the recent 40th Asia-Pacific This year, through Rockwell Land into the commer- poised to be Festival and Charity Bazaar the efforts of Madame LOPEZ Holdings Corpora- sion of Bayan debt into equity FPH reported recurring net in- cial office market back in 2009. A among the pre- organized by the Asia-Pacific Lopez, the Philippine tion posted P6.191 billion provided under the resolution come of P5.2B, 11% higher than new hub for business was born to mier commer- Ladies Friendship Society Trade and Investment in net income attributable to of Bayan’s rehabilitation court in 2014’s P4.7B, on the strength cater to leading BPO companies cial buildings (ALFS) at the ANA Inter- Center in Tokyo (PTIC equity holders of the parent SEC Case 03-25 dated August of its power generation, manu- within the Ortigas district. It’s a in the metro Continental Tokyo. Tokyo), the Depart- for the year 2015. This is 65% 27, 2013, and approved by the facturing and geothermal well place where businesses go beyond with a LEED The Asia-Pacific Festival ment of Agriculture higher than the P3.760B in net National Telecommunications drilling businesses. ABS-CBN the four walls of the conventional cer tification and Charity Bazaar is an an- and the cultural section of the pand its reach in showcasing the income attributable to equity Commission on July 2, 2015. The reported a 25% increase in net office, thereby setting the stan- and PEZA ac- Artist’s rendering of Rockwell nual event of the ALFS, whose Philippine embassy, a wide va- quality of exports from SMEs holders of the parent reported Lopez Holdings board approved income to P2.545B, driven by dard for integrating work, leisure creditation. The crown jewel of Business Center-Sheridan (top); members include spouses of riety of Philippine food and and MSMEs and the regions to in 2014. This was primarily due the sale on July 9, 2015. Partial steadily growing revenue streams and dining in a single destination Rockwell’s office projects, this Rendering of the Santolan Town Plaza former ambassadors of 26 nonfood items were sold and end-users in Japan. It is also an to the partial recovery of im- recovery of impairment losses re- from both advertising and con- while still maintaining top-notch development captures a work- retail drop-off Asia-Pacific countries, includ- showcased—from culinary fa- opportunity to identify trends in pairment losses related to its lated to BTHC/Bayan as a result sumer sales. infrastructure and IT facilities. ing environment that speaks of ing the . The event vorites such as adobo, chicken current demand, allowing PTIC erstwhile telecom unit. of the sale amounted to P1.8B, Lopez Holdings’ consoli- prestige and luxury. Tenants are for a workplace that balances provides visitors an opportu- and pork barbecue, pancit, Tokyo to ascertain the accept- Lopez Holdings and Bayan net of related expenses. dated revenues for the period treated to immediate access to recreation, structure and nature. nity to check out fashion ac- lumpia and turon to design- ability of Philippine food, handi- The First Balfour team led by project director John Porter (leftmost) joins KSEC executives at the inauguration of Telecommunications Holdings The stellar performance of in- eased by 3% to P96.510B from FPH Rockwell Center’s neighbor- Santolan Town Plaza is Re- cessories, special clothing and driven products, highlighting crafts, products, gifts and souve- Kirahon Solar Farm Corporation (BTHC) sold all vestees First Philippine Holdings P99.191B. As of December 31, hood of high-end boutiques, tailscapes’ pioneer retail-office fabrics, and indigenous food the craftsmanship and sensi- nir items to Japanese consumers their equity in Bayan Telecom- Corporation (FPH) and ABS- 2015, Lopez Holdings held a declares refined dining experiences and development. The project is and crafts from Japan and tivities of Philippine design. in terms of functionality, utility By Dino Quizon munications Inc. in July 2015. CBN Corporation contributed 56% economic interest in ABS- the mall’s handpicked retail se- strategically located a few blocks various countries. The event serves a continuing and price points. (Excerpted from Promos & offers The sale followed the conver- to the favorable financial results. CBN and 46% in FPH. lections. 8 Rockwell simply takes away from the Greenhills area Princess Hitachi and Akie platform for PTIC Tokyo to ex- tokyo.philembassy.net) To know more about the cash things to the next level, thereby as well as establishments in San Freebies over- services and promos of SKY- elevating business and lifestyle. Juan. Santolan Town Plaza’s load with new bundles, SKYbroadband and dividends SKYcable, call 381-0000. ​ Rising at the center point of 9,775-sq. m. gross leasable of- FPH Group reports consolidated FIRST Philippine Holdings Sheridan and United streets, fice space offers a wide range SKYbundles Corporation (FPH) declared Rockwell Business Center- of floor cuts, ranging from 150 ABS-CBN rules April offer! With the SKYbundles internet cash dividends of P1 per Sheridan is envisioned to pro- sq. m. to 1,975 sq. m. The five Free SRR net income of P12.2B with prepaid cable TV bundle, common share and P13.75 vide an efficient office setting floors of office spaces are also subscribers get unlimited in- screenings on FOR the year ended December ment in the Group’s recurring On a recurring net income per Series C preferred share. for the country’s top outsourc- complemented by three floors ternet access with speeds of 31, 2015, the First Philippine net income was reversed by the basis, FPH’s earnings jumped For both securities, stock- ing companies. Situated be- of handpicked retail selections. national TV ratings SKYcable Holdings Corporation (FPH) impact of this year’s unrealized 11% from P4.7B last year tween the Makati and Ortigas Set to be completed by the third SKY unloads up to 3 Mbps and prepaid holders of record as of May ABS-CBN maintained its na- The one-two punch of the a spot between the 8th- and Group posted a consolidated foreign exchange losses (P1.5B) to P5.2B this year. This was business districts, the property quarter of 2017, the overall set- cable TV service for P999 a Prepaid, SKY- 18 will receive the dividend tionwide TV ratings leadership Kapamilya network is joined 9th-ranked programs for the fun family net income of P12.2 billion with and the absence of last year’s largely driven by the stronger offers two Grade A towers with ting of Santolan Town Plaza is month. Faster internet enjoy- to be paid on June 2. Stocks with an average audience share in the Top 10 most-viewed month. The telecast of ABS- direct P5.4B attributable to equity one-off gain on the recovery of performance of First Gen, First 44,000 sq. m. worth of gross an ideal workplace where pro- ment is also available via the Get the ultimate horror movie trade without the dividend of 44% from combined urban programs in April 2016 by CBN Sports’ boxing special entertainment holders of FPH. Net income at- impairment of Energy Devel- Philec EU and ThermaPrime leasable office space along with fessionals and growing busi- SKYbundles 16 Mbps with fix with an exclusive daily on May 13. The FPH board and rural homes vs. GMA “Pilipinas Got Talent” (30.7%), “The Time Has Come: Donaire tributable to FPH was lower by opment Corporation’s North- together with lower operating 3,800 sq. m. of retail selections. nesses can thrive in a relaxed, for a great prepaid cable for only P1,999 back-to-back, commercial- approved the regular divi- 7’s 34% to remain the most- “” (29.4%), vs. Bedak” also got 20.1% rat- P0.2B or 4% compared to last ern Negros Geothermal Power expenses incurred by the par- Both towers consist of nine of- nonrestrictive and nontradi- per month. These plans come free screening of movies from dend declaration on May 3. watched TV network. “” (29.1%), “TV ing despite being aired the day summer year’s P5.6B as the improve- Plant (P2.1B). ent. fice floors equipped with top- tional work environment. From its wide array of premium with a free Wi-Fi modem the “Shake, Rattle, and Roll” (C.P. Sison) ABS-CBN remains in a Patrol” (27.5%), “Home Sweetie after the fight. of-the-line security, world-class Whether you’re looking to channels, SKY pours out multi- and an HD box for a one- franchise! Available for free to league of its own in the prime Home” (23.5%) and “Rated K” On iWant TV, 24.67 million facilities and a garden deck to situate your business in Makati, genre offerings that are on every time charge of P2,500 and no SKYcable Prepaid and SKY- time block with a command- (21.5%). views were recorded for April. provide a stress-free atmosphere Ortigas, Mandaluyong or San family member’s summer bucket one-month advance payment. direct subscribers with load SKY backs JobStart program ing 50% average audience share “PiliPinas 2016 Debates: ABS-CBN’s live streaming for office locators as they take a Juan, there’s sure to be a per- list. Tune in to NBA Premium When you subscribe, you until May 31 are “Shake, Rattle that is 19 percentage points Presidential Town Hall Debate,” channel on iWant TV got 3.87 SKY and Scope Global held technical skills and to develop break from the daily business fect commercial office with TV HD and to ASN for the live will also receive a free Wi-Fi and Roll 12,” “Shake, Rattle & higher than rival GMA’s 31% registered a whopping 40.6% million page views, an indica- a memorandum of agreement life skills necessary to succeed grind. Every component keeps the Rockwell Land stamp near games of the NBA and the NHL router, P250 load valid for 30 Roll 13,” “Shake, Rattle and average audience share during rating—the highest among all tion that many are signing ceremony for the Job- in today’s competitive work- in mind the professional’s need you! playoffs. Meanwhile, “Ant-Man” days and SKY concierge ser- Roll Fourteen: The Invasion” Start programs of Taguig and place. It enables the Depart- the same time block. Commission on Elections TV viewing ABS-CBN shows on- will premiere on Fox Movies vice. SKYcable Prepaid offers and “Shake, Rattle & Roll Mandaluyong at the ELJ Com- ment of Labor and Employ- Still topping the list of most- debates—and even did bet- line. Premium on May 28, 9 p.m. If at least 30 standard definition XV.” For more info, SKYcable munications Center, Quezon ment to partner with employers Annual Meeting Dates watched prime time programs ter than the Pacquiao-Bradley “Dolce Amore” (5 million page you aren’t a SKY subscriber yet, channels and the widest cable Prepaid subscribers can text May 5: City on April 12, 2016. through a training internship of ABS-CBN, Theater, 8am during the previous month is showdown (32.4%) (see story on views), “FPJ’s ” log on to www.mysky.com.ph channel offerings in HD. It is PREPAID11-digit May 11: JobStart seeks to assist un- up to six months. First Gen Corp., PSE Auditorium, 10am “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” with page 7). (4.15 million page views) and for information on how you can available in three denomina- SMARTCARD number to May 12: employed and out-of-school The JobStart program is EDC, PSE Auditorium, 10am an average national TV rating ABS-CBN’s vice presiden- “Be My Lady” (1.59 million enjoy hot summer entertain- tions—SKYcable Prepaid 99, 23662 while SKYdirect sub- May 23: L-R: Ma. Czarina de Guzman, SKY Consumer Sales head and incoming youth find decent jobs by sup- funded by the Asian Develop- FPH, PSE Auditorium, 10am of 41.6%, followed by “Dolce tial debate “Harapan ng Bise” views) were among the most- ment only SKY can give. 250 and 450. scribers can text 23668. June 1: Broadband LOB head; March Ventosa, SKY COO; Simon Fraser, JobStart porting them to make informed ment Bank through a grant Lopez Holdings, Power Plant Mall Cinema, 9am Amore” with 33.4%. netted 21.4%, good enough for watched shows online. June 2: team leader; Emma Javier, PESO manager; Ma. Corazon Pepito, DOLE- career decisions and by giving from the Canadian govern- Rockwell Land, Power Plant Mall Cinema, 9am Papamamarisan director; and Ed Pahate, SKY incoming Consumer Sales head them a chance to improve their ment. (Dino Quizon) Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline  Lopezlink May 2016 Councils Lopezlink May 2016  couch potato treats Karla, Melai and Jolens brighten up Multi-awarded TFC NEDA briefs Lopez Group on SDGs dealer honored as By Faith Bacon under the tagline “Make the mornings in ‘’ LOPEZ Group Foundation Cedie Lopez Vargas, president of LGFI, gives Inc. (LGFI) sponsored a brown 2030 Agenda a reality and leave a token of appreciation to Mike Provido for ‘business trailblazer’ bag session on the sustainable no one behind.” These include VIEWERS definitely wake up filled discussions, “Magandang Bu- ground and its ratings continue to “Magandang Buhay” triples the By Nerissa Fernandez giving a lecture to the Lopez Group to a good morning and celebrate hay” regularly creates buzz online strengthen, according to Kantar fun, learning and experience for development goals (SDGs) recognition of migrant rights, the good life every weekday with and sparks morning discussions. Media. with a speaker from the Na- addressing climate change with viewers in discussing real-life sto- HONORED in January with favorite “momshies” Karla Es- “We are very happy that we are First-time talk show hosts Karla, of community organizations and tional Economic Development urgency, collective action for Celebrate ‘Ani-May’ fest ries of ordinary people and even ABS-CBN The Filipino Chan- trada, and Jo- always trending and that many Melai and Jolina, meanwhile, are also individuals from various fields of Authority (NEDA) on April conservation, and equality of celebrities, inspiring them to live nel’s 2015 Global Dealer of the with Hero lina Magdangal in ABS-CBN’s viewers enjoy our show. That’s receiving positive feedback from the human endeavors in the Filipino 27. opportunities. Hero TV brings in an amazing “Ani-May” Fes- life to the fullest. Year award, among several rec- morning talk show “Magan- what we really want for them—to entertainment media for their host- community in Arizona. The session, entitled Trans- In her closing synthesis, LG- tival with a new wave of Japanese series! The sec- Don’t miss “Magandang Buhay,” ognitions that she received at dang Buhay.” have fun, relate to our stories ing skills and very good chemistry. At the Gabi ng Parangal at forming Our World: The 2030 FI’s Faith Bacon cited the need ond installment of “Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal” will pre- Mondays to Fridays, 7:30 a.m. on the ABS-CBN Global Dealer With its engaging and learn valuable lessons “Chemistry is something you the Phoenix Airport Marriott, Agenda for Sustainable De- for clear benchmarking and miere on May 24 at 11:30pm with new episodes ABS-CBN or ABS-CBN HD Excellence Awards Night, TFC topics and l e s - in life,” said Melai. just can’t learn through a work- Sala received the 2016 Business velopment, was attended by 14 data to ensure measurability of from Monday to Friday and replays at 5:30am, (SKYcable Channel 167). Watch dealer Leona Sala of Arizona was s o n - The program’s shop. It’s natural for us, mainly Trailblazer Award for being “a participants from LGFI, First gains; for the private sector to 11:30am and 5:30pm. “Fruits of Grisaia,” mean- the latest episodes free on iwantv. also among the recipients of the v i e w e r s h i p because we are really good member of the Filipino com- Philippine Holdings Corpo- explore the possibility of partic- while, will also unfold from Monday to Friday com.ph or skyondemand.com.ph 2016 Awards of Excellence given nationwide friends,” said Karla. munity who has achieved be- ration, Energy Development ipating in setting the indicators, with a replay at 4:30am. “Devil Survivor,” “The for SKY subscribers. by The Filipino American Journal. is also “That is one thing we are yond the ordinary in his or her Corporation, Eugenio Lopez which is still a work in progress; Eccentric Family,” “Folktales from Japan,” “Hetalia The awards recognize excellent gaining proud of. Even before the chosen field of entrepreneurial Foundation Inc.-Lopez Mu- and for aligning future Lopez World,” “Initial D:5th Stage,” “Leviathan,” “Log and extraordinary achievements endeavors.” seum and Group CSR initiatives-report- Horizon Season 2,” Naruto Shippuuden 7” and show started, we already had a genuine relation- 2016 Cinema Foundation Inc. ing with the SDGs targets and “Ouran Highschool Hostclub” are also slated to Speaker Michael Provido, indicators. return this month. ship with one another. We didn’t have to go One Originals United Nations Development through any team- Programme program coordi- building activity be- final lineup nator-NEDA, shared a brief cause we already assessment of the Philippines’ known accomplishment in the Millen- know each other so By Kane Choa well,” said Jolina. nium Development Goals be- fore discussing the salient fea- THE lineup of finalists for the tures of the post-2015 agenda 2016 Originals and the SDGs. Festival has been officially - an Provido said the Philippines nounced by the Cinema One was not able to meet MDG Ritz to star with Paulo, channel head and jury. targets on education, gender The seven finalists for the disparity, maternal mortality, festival’s Narrative Feature cat- access to reproductive health More free movies from Ejay in new series egory are “Lily” by Keith Deli- services and HIV-AIDS. gero, “Every Room is a Planet” On the other hand, he high- ABS-CBN TVplus, RITZ Azul has bagged a starring She also revealed that some The directors said the story of by Malay Javier, “Baka Bukas Leona Sala (2nd from left) with (l-r) consul general Leo Herrera-Lim, Amb. lighted the priorities of the ABS-CBNmobile! role in the upcoming series “The scenes will be shot on a cruise “The Promise of Forever” will try to Pwede Na” by Samantha Lee, Jose Cuisia Jr. and Jocyl Kennedy of the Philippine American Chamber of Philippine government in the ABS-CBN TVplus and ABS-CBNmobile Promise of Forever” with Paulo ship. prove love is “beyond forever.” “Si Magdalola at Mga Gago” by Commerce of Arizona implementation of the SDGs From right: FPH Sustainability Group’s Agnes de Jesus and LGFI’s Dario Pagcaliwagan and Angela Lopez-Guingona shower users with more free movies through Avelino and . “The Promise of Forever” will be “Hindi siya mabigat pero roman- Jules Katanyag, “Malinak La’y Kapamilya Box Office (KBO)! On May 7-8, fans Azul, who was part of FHM helmed by “Nathaniel” director tic,” Villaflor said. Labi” by Jose Abdel Langit, “Dos Biz Excellence of and and Anne Philippines’ list of the 100 Sexi- Darnel Villaflor and indepen- Further details about the series Mestizos” by Petersen Vargas and Curtis and will relive their favorite est Women in the Country from dent filmmaker Hannah Espia of have yet to be announced. (Ex- “Tisay” by Alfonso Torre. scenes in “Till There Was You” and “Babe, I Love 2013 to 2015, made her Kapamilya “Transit” fame. cerpted from news.abs-cbn.com) The finalists in the narrative ‘Ambassadors’ seen to encourage more LAA entries You.” A mix of fear and fun will be showcased debut with a guest stint on “Ang section complete the lineup of By Ross Hamo Jr. by and , and Probinsyano,” which is also under Cinema One Originals Full- and in “Su- Dreamscape. length Features 2016 with the THIRTY-THREE participants “The awards have meant support from everyone to en- Hero Awards and the recog- ing people in the conglomer- kob” and “Momzillas.” ABS-CBN TVplus also “Siyempre feeling blessed ako earlier announced documentary representing eight companies different things to different courage nominators to submit nition of individuals or teams ate in the hopes of encouraging treats families to a free catch-up marathon of kasi kakapasok ko lang as a Kapami- feature finalists—“Diary of Viet- joined the Lopez Achievement people. For many, it means a the LAA and Unsung Hero who passionately and reli- more people to perform and “Dolce Amore.” For more info, text KBO INFO lya nakasama na ako agad sa isang nam Rose” (People Power Bomb- Awards (LAA) road show held form of recognition. To oth- nominations,” Liboro said. giously demonstrate the Lopez excel like them. In addition, to 23661. teleserye. So nung sinabi naman sa shell) by John Torres, “Piding” by at the ABS-CBN compound ers, the LAA represents a Rosendo Hamo Jr., the new Values, among other criteria,” the LAA team is constantly akin ‘yong story talagang maganda Paolo Picones and Gym Lum- on April 8. way of being able to show the LAA program manager, con- Adtel’s Melinda Licuanan said improving the program to al- at bago,” she said. bera and “Forbidden Memory” by The represented compa- rest of the Lopez community ducted the road show. He urged of her learning. low greater inclusiveness, such Andrea is ’s “Isa itong oportunidad sa akin na Teng Mangansakan. nies—ABS-CBN, Adtel Inc., what they do and what their the attendees to be LAA am- “The Lopez family and the as honoring other outstanding mapakita ko naman sa ABS [CBN] The 2016 Cinema One Asian Eye Institute, Energy companies do and the good bassadors by helping identify Lopez Group executive com- achievements like in the Un- celebrity VJ na talagang karapat-dapat naman Development Corporation, things that they do. It’s a way outstanding teams and individ- mittee, through the LAA pro- sung Hero Awards,” observed Andrea Brillantes takes on the role of this month’s Originals Festival will be held akong maging Kapamilya,” she First Gen Corporation, First of showcasing their activities uals and to get them nominated gram management team, work Alexa Cancio, a member of the MYX Celebrity VJ. The in November this year. added. Philippine Holdings Corpora- and achievements to the rest in a way that will win the nod towards recognizing outstand- FPH Sustainability Group. former “Annaliza” star tion (FPH), Knowledge Chan- of the Group. For the Lopez of the screening committee and dishes out the top hits nel and —and other family, it’s their way of recog- judges. and best music videos Lopez Group organizations are nizing and thanking in a very Several participants shared for the month as she LAA calendar Bretman Rock signs with Chicken Pork Adobo expected to submit entries and personal way the people who their key takeaways from the hosts Pop MYX until By Laira Ocampo The following are the most important dates to remember be LAA “ambassadors” to en- work for and have given their road show. May 7, Mellow MYX related to the LAA: BRETMAN Rock Sacayanan, I was like, maybe it’s cool to get a my culture—it’s who I am as a courage nominators to submit best in their companies,” he “I had a better understand- from May 8-14, Pinoy May 20: Deadline for submission of LAA team and known to his fans and followers as taste of what Filipino showbiz, person,” shares Bret. “Being Filipi- their entries. said. ing of the LAA and the Un- MYX from Bretman Rock, has partnered with Filipino content, is like.” no is having a beautiful heart and LAA road shows are half- He also called on nomina- sung Hero Awards and their individual nominations May 15-21 June 3: brands such as Benefit, Sephora, The 17-year-old sensation from not just caring about myself all the day meetings where company Program director Ben Liboro tors to submit their entries corresponding criteria and Deadline for submission of Unsung Hero nomina- and My Urban Decay, Beats by Dr. Dre and Hawaii, who has a social reach of time.” representatives and interested discusses the significance of the and encourage others to do the qualifications; also the spe- tions MYX from October 11: many more. Now, he has signed up over six million, is 100% Filipino. Bret, who considers himself nominators get more informa- LAA same. cifics, such as the theme and LAA awarding ceremonies, Studio 10, ABS- May 22-28. with ABS-CBN’s multichannel He was born in Cagayan and lived “truly a Kapamilya,” adds: “Mabu- tion on the LAA, particularly “The lifeblood of the whole deadlines that we need to dis- CBN MYX is on network for YouTube—Chicken there until he was seven years old. hay, and salamat sa suporta sa akin innovations and enhancements, In welcoming the partici- process is the nominators. seminate to our employees,” For more info, contact Karen Ventura (449-6043/ 0917- SKYc a b l e Pork Adobo. He can speak Tagalog and Ilo- and for continuing to watch me and have the chance to give pants, LAA program director Without the nominators and said Claudine Tolentino of 5561684/[email protected]); Glenda Discutido (449-6032/ C h a n n e l “May TFC kami,” Bret says, kano. grow. I wish you guys keep enjoy- feedback and suggestions to Benjamin Liboro gave a brief the nominees, there will be First Gen. [email protected]); or 23. “and I like to watch a lot of Fili- “Being Pinoy means a lot of ing my videos as much as I love the LAA program management background of the LAA and no awards. We cannot force it “I learned about the essence Ross Hamo (449-6180/[email protected]). pino shows and stuff like that. And things to me. It’s more than just making them!” team. the Unsung Hero Awards. upon companies. We need full of the LAA and the Unsung

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PHOTOS BY:PHOTOS RYAN RAMOS By Carla Paras-Sison online and reading a story on abs-cbnnews.com.” While Reyes expects “TV Patrol” to remain as the top-rat- ing news program nationwide, she believes ABS-CBN report- ers are good enough to come up with stories that have universal appeal. For this reason, she has strengthened the news gather- ing and research capabilities of INCA, supporting an inves- tigative reporting group and continuously training reporters L-R: ABS-CBN chairman Eugenio Lopez III, president and CEO , and News and Current Affairs head Ging Reyes during the blessing of ANC’s Rockwell Center studio in January; EL3 takes a “groufie” with the presidential so that they can pursue impor- candidates as KBP chair Herman Basbaño looks on; Katigbak with the ABS-CBN News team and other executives at the launch of Halalan 2016 last June; The Halalan 2013 war room tant stories that have an impact gathering, which is the life- time for the hourly newsbreak “We are always mind- on people’s lives. blood of news and makes it on cable and the regular free- ful of, and committed to the Emergency #Halalan... should be the real winners in need to change in our country gagement through the Halalan nary citizens to have a voice an opportunity to make change necessary for reporters to be to-air channels. independence we exercise in preparedness training from page 1 the democratic exercise—that beginning with ourselves?,’” microsite on abs-cbnnews.com; and a role in the affairs of the possible, to inform and educate, assigned to the campaigns of “That is what has changed the News Division’s editorial On the local front, DZMM is, the Filipino family—ABS- says Reyes. and the marathon coverage on nation. to inspire and influence. There each national candidate; news in our industry. We have to decisions and endeavors. But TeleRadyo is bound to grow its “It’s all about framing the CBN aims to help its audiences Toward this end, INCA is May 9 and following days until Sessions on citizen is always something unique systems and technology, which move very fast because that in all our major projects, we’ve coverage early on, setting goals make informed decisions about relying on the five pillars of the a winner is proclaimed. journalism that happens in every election. must be cost-efficient and is the trend. We also have to always enjoyed the support and and determining what end their candidates. #Halalan2016 coverage: citizen BMPM training of citizen According to Rowena Para- So we have to plan and con- sufficiently reliable to enable think about the business side assistance of other divisions in results you want to see on elec- Paramount purpose involvement through Bayan journalists was held year-round an, who handles BMPM for ceptualize in advance to make news to be broadcast to view- of it. We must be in touch with ABS-CBN and the rest of the Ging Reyes: tion day,” she says. “We want our public to Mo, iPatrol Mo (BMPM); as more and more Bayan Pa- INCA, there were 1.4 million sure all bases are covered. You ers or to be posted on websites global trends, and be aware of Lopez Group. In most cases, The theme, “Ipanalo ang discern and make an informed effective storytelling through trollers signed up to provide registered Bayan Patrollers as of have to immerse yourself in and social media; and research how far such trends apply to the Integrated News team was Pamilyang Pilipino,” for ex- choice on election day. That is “Kampanyaserye” and “Pami- active coverage of their com- February 2016. In the past year, the idea, make the objectives of and analysis, which provides our domestic audiences,” Reyes the lead but we relied on help ample, took a few months to the paramount purpose of any lyang Panalo”; live events and munities, not only for elec- BMPM held training workshops the campaign and the coverage in-depth content to stimulate says. from TOD, Entertainment Making things take shape. It was the product election coverage. We do not debates, among them “Harapan tion-related matters such as nationwide, especially reaching clear to everybody. We continu- thought and engage with audi- Elevates discussions Production, Marketing, CCM, scope beyond Metro of a workshop, several meetings deploy so many reporters all ng Bise” moderated by Alvin improperly-placed campaign out to school campuses, with 42 ously upgrade the standards of ences who want to go beyond In this way, the INCA team DMD, Finance, HR, Corporate to the national level. DZMM and numerous iterations, not over the country just to docu- Elchico and Lynda Jumilla on posters but also neighborhood sessions on citizen journalism our programs and the content the headlines. not only elevates the discussion Services, Security and Legal— reporters have actually under- to mention debates and heated ment the event. We want our April 17 and the Commission issues such as unfinished road conducted and about 13,000 in different platforms to reach In an age ruled by the in- of news events, but shows how everyone had their share and happen gone training in TV produc- arguments among team mem- viewers to really think about on Elections (Comelec)-sanc- projects or hazards like open individuals trained. On a typical the widest audience possible,” ternet and mobile data, ABS- Filipino families get affected by input. That’s what made our two GING Reyes, head of In- Integration has allowed INCA tion, for them to gain insight bers. It directly relates to the as- the election and to take the tioned PiliPinas 2016 presiden- canals or hanging live electric news day, some 120 reports from says Reyes. CBN and similar organizations global developments, for exam- debates succeed and that’s what tegrated News and Current to discover and harness fresh tal- on how to produce stories with pirations as well as the everyday exercise of their right to vote tial town hall debate moderated cables. Since 2007, ABS-CBN pictures to video to plain text are This conscious effort to are expected to put the news ple climate change, US politics will make our Halalan coverage Affairs (INCA), has to be ent for the various formats needed a more visual appeal. And just disappointments of ordinary seriously. We want them to by Tony Velasquez and Karen has supported the growth of received from Bayan Patrollers. provide relevant information to out instantly—mobile first, and European terrorist attacks, soar to even greater heights,” credited with actually making by effective storytelling. In the about everyone has had train- Filipinos. By focusing on who think in terms of, ‘What do we Davila on April 24; digital en- BMPM as a means for ordi- While not all of them make it audiences has made ABS-CBN then the web, even before it’s right in their own homes. Reyes concludes. integration happen. interim, the digital platform ing in emergency preparedness to TV news programs, most of a strong favorite among news It was a 20-year-old vision abs-cbnnews.com is undergoing and disaster risk reduction. Meet the team them get referred to authorities consumers. that would make news cover- steady improvement in terms of “It is always a challeng- for action or at least to get a re- Its unofficial debate for vice age more comprehensive yet layout and to increase download ing time when a big disaster ply. presidential candidates had 20x ABS-CBN’s ‘PiliPinas 2016’ less costly, more up-to-date speed; ABS-CBN News Chan- strikes. You get worried about “Kampanyaserye” formed more viewers than the Com- and exponentially synergistic by nel (ANC) was relaunched with your people. You want them to part of the voter education cam- elec-sanctioned debate which presidential debate records sharing manpower, equipment a new look and a greater balance have the presence of mind to paign of ABS-CBN, providing aired on CNN Philippines. and facilities across the breadth between general and political survive the situation, to take a different perspective to -elec According to Kantar Media, it 40.6% national TV rating of broadcast, narrowcast and news and business content; and the right action for the good of tions issues. It put a spotlight on recorded a national TV rating digital platforms. It was indeed ANC has put up a new studio in the team. For example, when national and local candidates, of 21.4%, becoming the most MORE Filipinos nationwide With a town hall a challenge to integrate struc- Rockwell Center, Makati, to be Yolanda struck (in November doing the rounds of provinces, viewed program in all territo- watched the five presidential format, ABS-CBN’s tures, platforms and work flows closer to the action, so to speak. 2013), it took almost an entire cities and municipalities where ries, including in Mega Manila candidates face off for the last debate allowed Vice when people were not used to Reyes had always felt a deep day before word got to us that there are feuding candidates, where it garnered a 17.4% rat- time in ABS-CBN’s presiden- President Jejomar consulting or coordinating with sense of community with the our teams on the ground were where there are related parties ing. tial town hall debate on April Binay, Sen. Miriam other divisions or departments. news organization, sharing in safe,” Reyes says. running for different posts or 40.6% national TV rating 24, which recorded a national Defensor Santiago, The work involved stan- the triumphs and failures of the While retirement is still perhaps where incumbents are The last leg of PiliPinas TV rating of 40.6%—the Davao City Mayor dardizing skills and competen- whole team. Although new fac- quite some time into the fu- running unopposed. When- Debates 2016, the ABS-CBN- highest among the presidential Rodrigo Duterte, cies, managing different people, es have come up, as colleagues ture, she is already doing some ever possible, the team does a Manila Bulletin presidential debates in the Commission on Sen. Grace Poe and looking after their needs and from the 1980s have either succession planning, not only detailed comparison among debate, made an even bigger Elections’ (Comelec) “PiliPi- former Department of Inte- were very good counterpoint providing them with the tools retired or moved on to other for herself as head of INCA, candidate platforms, highlight- mark with a 40.6% national TV nas 2016” presidential debate rior and Local Government Sec. to platitudes & promises.” of the trade. The goal was to endeavors, her friendship and but for the entire organiza- ​Front row, l-r: Cheryl Favila, Newscast Production head; Weng Paraan, Boto Mo, iPatrol Mo head; Cilette Liboro-Co, ABS-CBN News Channel COO; Chi ing where they differ and where rating and generating over 1.4 series—according to Kantar to respond to ques- @CrisostomoJake said: establish a steady pipeline of professional relationships with tion, referring to that “steady Almario, Futures, Standards and Practices head; Karen Puno, News Digital Media head; and Marah Faner-Capuyan, DZMM head. Back row, l-r: Francis they are similar. million tweets on Twitter (see Media. tions about their platforms and “The questions asked were talent that could cover Fili- fellow news people from within pipeline of talent” that would Toral, chief assignment editor and concurrent Breaking News and Live Events head; Dondi Ocampo, Current Affairs head; Baroy Morga, Multi-Platform Opportunity to make story on next page). ABS-CBN’s debate, held at take a stand on the most urgent highly intellectual. Congrats pinos from the farthest rural and outside ABS-CBN, young endure and keep world-class Strategy Business Development head; Claude Vitug, Integrated News Operations head; Dindo Amparo, Newsgathering head; Stanley Palisada, Regional change possible The five pillars of the elec- the Phinma University of Pan- issues facing the nation. ABS for a great discussion of areas to the urban hubs and and old alike, have endured. news coming to our screens News Bureau head; and Arlan Alfonso, News Systems and Technology Management head “We treat elections not just tion coverage stand on three gasinan and moderated by Karen The debate also spurred issues.” @DJBDavy, mean- also overseas where millions of The next big thing (TV, laptops or mobile phones) as a news event, but always as essential foundations: news Davila and Tony Velasquez, out- discussions online, with the while, commented: “I have our kababayan reside. And after 30 years with or radios, no matter what. shone competing programs “24 official hashtag #Pilipinas- never been this active on In the last five and a half ABS-CBN, Reyes is still work- Her message to LopezLink Oras Weekend” (11.5%), “Vampire Debates2016 trending na- Twitter. The last Presidential years, Reyes has slowly but ing on the next big thing. readers: “We call on our Lo- 2004 the elections 2009 2010 BMPM: Tayo Na’s million Bayan Patrol- ang Daddy Ko” (13.5%), “Ismol tionwide and worldwide on Debate is worth watching!” 2005 surely won over the thousand- “I want our content to be pez Group kapamilya to sign For the Halalan 2004 A tweet from ABS-CBN BMPM: Ako ang Simula, registered Bayan Patrollers lers, representing citizen Family” (16.4%) and the 2016 Twitter. Praises also poured in @JewelsHRH and ‏@mal- strong INCA workforce, en- at par with international news up as Bayan Patrollers. Take multi-platform coverage, the Bayan Mo, iPatrol Mo News Channel—“Vice now led by Inday Espina are estimated at half a mil- journalists who signed up Oppo PBA Commissioner’s for ABS-CBN on the microb- tiq agreed, saying: “The best abling the transition to a truly agencies. I want ABS-CBN to an active part in the elections Regional Network Group (BMPM) makes its debut as mayor’s wife, relatives, Varona, registers 18,645 lion, including those based at BMPM-organized events Cup (3.9%). logging site as netizens posted debate so far. Congrats to AB- integrated news organization. be recognized as the best and by guarding your vote in your coordinates election coverage “Citizen Patrol,” a segment on several journalists abducted Twitter followers and 101,541 abroad and online It also beat the first positive comments about its SCBN. Great choice of Karen Functionally integrated 2014 2015 most trusted news source be- community. Send us photos in 40 live points assisted by “TV Patrol” in Shariff Aguak, Maguin- Facebook likes presidential debate hosted by format. Davila and Tony Velasquez for and reports using the hashtag 2007 2013 “It is still a work in prog- yond Philippine shores. I want some 30,000 field volunteers danao…”—alerts the public Halalan 2013 wins in the ABS-CBN executives lead GMA on February 21, which Political analyst ‏@Ni- moderators” and “Congrats ress, but we are getting there. our people to become respected #halalan2016 and tune in to all over the country The Halalan 2007 website to the Maguindanao massacre. National Union of Journalists Customer Focus category the launch of Halalan 2016: garnered 23.8%, as well as the coleCurato said on Twitter: to @ABSCBN! Your debate We are functionally integrated journalists with a global per- our coverage on TV or on your The Halalan microsite and the Boto Mo, iPatrol Mo A Bayan Patroller had sent a of the Philippines’ Rowena of the Lopez Achievement “Ipanalo ang Pamilyang second one hosted by TV5 on “Congrats @ABSCBNNews format tops! The Qs were spot already, but there are still some spective. My dream is for me to tablets and mobile devices. registers more than one mil- campaign are launched in photo of the crime scene to Paraan takes over as BMPM Awards Pilipino” with 22 cause March 20, which only gar- for hosting a fantastic #PiliPi- on! Way to go for real issues!” administrative matters to iron be in a foreign country and find You just might see your report lion page views on the day of January ABS-CBN head BMPM reaches 1 partners nered 8.5%. nasDebates2016. The vignettes (Kane Choa) out,” she says. that the person next to me is on the news.”  Lopezlink May 2016 Corporate Sustainability Museum/Values Lopezlink May 2016  DLSU students present Ongoings By Thea Garing and Yna Musico Sharing the depth and breadth of their Calidad Humana study Exciting things are coming your way this May collection By Dulce Festin-Baybay By Jared Echevarria Museum Day on May 14. Currently The words of Nick Joaquin echoed on show is Drawing the Lines featuring by fellow literary giants permeate the THE De La Salle University Francisco Coching, Danilo Dalena, Neil experimental biopic “Dahling Nick,” Psychology Department led by Doloricon, E.Z. Izon, Dengcoy Miel, incorporating the language of Joa- the class of Prof. Darren Dumaop Jose Tence Ruiz and Pinggot Zulueta. quin’s poetry and prose into the mix. L-R: SKY’s Angielyn Avila, Lito Mapolon, Arlene Torres, Alan Supnet, Ed Pahate, Eloi Balmoris, Jaja Suarez and presented the results of their field Focused on political cartoons, the exhibit “Aparisyon” is the story of the Adora- March Ventosa with AFP officials led by Lt. Gen. , BGen. Arnold Andales, Col. Arnulfo Rafanan, research as part of the academic sheds light on an artistic tradition that is tion Monastery’s brush with a bandit Col. Jose Benavidez, Col. Vener Odillon Mariano, Cdr. Gualterio dela Cruz and Col. Gerso Lopez sector’s collaboration with the intertwined with the life of every Filipino. group and how violence took hold of Calidad Humana movement. With the massive circulation of publica- the monastery. SKY gives direct-to-home The research was conducted tions—newspapers in particular—these Ocampo on Pineda, Amorsolo “ WE with partner communities in drawings and illustrations capture a dis- Dr. Ambeth Ocampo’s specially craft- felt it Lian, Batangas by college stu- tinct account of Philippine history. ed lecture on May 28 is in conjunction would Members of service to AFP troops nationwide dents for their Sikolohiyang Amb. Roberto Mayorga (3rd from right), Dario Pagcaliwagan of LGFI Guests can join hourly thematic with Drawing the Lines. Anchored on all ages will find some- By Dino Quizon Neil Doloricon be a service to Pilipino subject. Their findings (rightmost) and the leaders of the partner communities of DLSU-Manila tours of the exhibition at 9 a.m., 10 two important Filipino painters, Jorge the community thing in the collection to interest them suggest that Calidad Humana donated access to information especially He said: “A lot of you here with Prof. Darren Dumaop (4th from right) and the student researchers a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Pineda and Fernando Amorsolo, it and Lopez employees, and make them appreciate the value of brings about positive outcomes installation kits of SKYdirect, its in remote areas in the Philip- recognize the sacrifices of our during the presentation of the study Artist Talk with Ruiz, Doloricon Cinematheque hosts screenings unravels another aspect in the paint- and as part of the Eugenio Lopez Foun- reading. to individuals and societies most direct-to-home service, to the pines. With the help of SKY- troops and I am delighted with NEIL Doloricon and Jose Tence of ‘Dahling Nick,’ ‘Aparisyon’ ers’ art practice. Going beyond the dation Inc.’s mission to encourage love of Part of the lending policies include the of the time; however, there are he looks forward to more activi- Filipino qualities and explains Armed Forces of the Philippines direct, AFP troops will be con- your donation to the AFP. This Ruiz, guest artists in the current ex- On May 21, the museum invades Ermita distinctions they’ve received for their reading,” explains Lopez Museum and acceptance of the responsibility for using some challenges to be addressed, ties that support the significance them scientifically with a strong (AFP) to give them nationwide nected to quality information (SKYdirect) will contribute a hibition Drawing the Lines, recount with back-to-back screenings of “Dah- romantic genre paintings, Pineda and Library executive director Cedie Lopez the books with care, returning these to such as setting and clarifying ex- of preserving Calidad Humana academic foundation. access to news and information and entertainment,” said SKY lot to our troops.” their art practices and experiences as ling Nick” by Sari Dalena and “Aparisyon” Amorsolo were also illustrators for the Vargas when asked why, after more than the library according to established loan pectations when people extend in future generations. Dario Dumaop is one of the seven in support of their call of duty to Cable Corporation chief oper- Lt. Gen. Miranda received illustrators in Artist Talk on May 7, 2 at the Cinematheque Center Manila. newspapers Lipang Kalabaw and The 55 years, the library is lending out some policies, and not losing or damaging the help. The recommendation is Pagcaliwagan of Lopez Group academic authors who contribut- serve the country. ating officer March Ventosa. the SKYdirect kits together p.m. to 4 p.m. As prolific cartoonists The museum brings together films Independent, among others. of its collection. books through negligence. to reinforce teaching the kapwa Foundation Inc., meanwhile, ed to “Calidad Humana: Sharing AFP troops deployed in “We hope SKYdirect will with AFP major services repre- for the Manila Times and The Manila that shed light on some of the most potent Dr. Ocampo combs through the “We also want the public to con- Members feel that bringing home behavior in schools. noted that such researches can the Filipino Spirit,” the first book various locations across the create a difference in your sentatives. Chronicle, among others, they have catalysts of the 1986 EDSA Revolution: library materials of the museum to sider the depth and breadth of the such hard-to-find books, even for just Amb. Roberto Mayorga be duplicated in other universi- on Calidad Humana which was Philippines will have nationwide pursuit to continuously offer SKYdirect, SKY Cable created visual renditions of key events religion and literature. Cinematheque showcase the artists’ works and share Filipiniana collection,” Vargas adds. a few days, is a worthwhile experience commended the work of the ties locally and internationally as published by Energy Develop- access to news and information excellent service for Filipinos,” Corporation’s newest service and issues in Philippine history. Center Manila, which recently opened anecdotes on old newspaper publica- The lending library section started for bibliophiles of all ages. students and Dumaop and said it offers a vivid picture of unique ment Corporation in 2015. through the wide channel vari- Ventosa added. powered by direct-to-home Doloricon graduated from the Uni- to the public, partners with the Lopez tions that were instrumental in Philip- in 2013 when management noticed The Lopez Memorial Museum is at the ety of SKYdirect, all in digital AFP vice chief of staff Lt. technology, aims to give Filipi- versity of the Philippines (UP) with a Museum for this year’s REPLAY. pine reportage. that there were duplicates among the ground floor, Benpres Building, Exchange quality, including a select num- Gen. Glorioso Miranda ex- nos in any part of the country degree in visual communication and more than 20,000 Filipiniana collec- Road corner Meralco Avenue, Pasig City. ber in high definition. pressed his gratitude to SKY Ca- access to quality information Binhi: From planting to biking obtained his master’s degree in Philip- tion, including coffee table books. These Museum days and hours are Mondays to “We know how important it ble for recognizing their role and and entertainment via its rich By Gerbs De Castro pine Studies from the same university. duplicates, they felt, could be lent out Saturdays, except holidays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. is for the AFP to have seamless service to the Filipino people. cable channel lineup. He is currently a professor in UP. for five to seven days, renewable, to Avail of unlimited access to exhibitions and Ruiz took two courses at the members of the Lopez Museum. library resources by signing up for the Lopez University of Santo Tomas College The annual membership fee is only Museum membership program. Members of Fine Arts and Architecture, enroll- P1,500, which entitles a member to can borrow books from the lending section KBPIP’s young ambassador in ing in BFA Advertising in 1973 and borrow two books at a time. There are and get discounts on graduating with honors with a BFA other membership benefits like dis- lectures, workshops Pasig River cleanup donates anew in Painting in 1979. He did editorial counts on lectures, workshop fees and and services for By Rino Ramos illustrations for Manila-based publi- free unlimited use of the library. only P1,500. cations as well as The Singapore Straits But what members feel is the most JOSE Faber Cabrera donated Times and Inter Press Service Asia- important benefit is that they could take P2,130 to Kapit Bisig Para sa Pacific. He was part of a curatorial out books on famous artists like Hidal- Ilog Pasig (KBPIP) in 2015 by project representing the Philippines go, Zobel, Manansala and Sanso, among selling loom bands (bracelets) The Binhi Mountain Bike Challenge participants during a rest stop at the Bangkalan rest station at the 2015 Venice Biennial. others. There are also local history books which he personally designed Free admission on International on Iloilo, Pasig, Parañaque and Cavite and sold to his friends and MORE than 30 mountain bike employees and, at the same patrol inside the compound. Museum Day! as well as biographies, children’s books, relatives. He vowed to do more enthusiasts from the sites of time, promote biking as part of Also present at the ceremony Avail of free admission to the Lopez volumes on culinary topics, literature, projects and continue his advo- Energy Development Corpo- employee wellness. were Jimmy Villaroman, head Museum in celebration of International architecture and others. cacy of helping rehabilitate the ration (EDC) took part in the Corporate Affairs Group of the Mount Apo Geothermal Pasig River. L-R: Raniero Ramos, KBPIP senior Donor Relations specialist; Melvic 1st Binhi Mountain Bike Chal- head Ricky Carandang led the Business Unit and Negros Is- Special Feature True to his word, Cabrera re- Cabasag, admin officer; young donor Jose Faber Cabrera; Arlene Yumol, lenge held at La Mesa Nature ceremonial turnover of 24 two- land Geothermal Business Unit, cently donated P7,200 by selling KBPIP admin assistant; and Maita Cabrera during the turnover Reserve in . way radios to Bantay Kalikasan and Bantay Kalikasan foresters HAVE you chosen your president attach your signed voter’s receipt to his shoe bags made from katsa (flour This wellness undertaking through head forester Dave Mar Ramirez and Jojo Pascual. among candidates Vice President Jojo or her report. sacks) which he crafted and sold to be able to raise more funds from www.abs-cbnfoundation. aimed to raise the environ- Azurin. The radios would be After warming up, the bikers Your handy election guide Binay, Sen. Miriam Defensor San- Do not bring the ballot, folder, to his classmates and friends. He for the Pasig River. (Excerpted com/kbpip/index.html) mental awareness of EDC utilized for the team’s forest started pedaling their way towards tiago, Mayor Rodrigo Duterte, Sen. A Candidates page also gives GSIS, PRC, passport, senior citizen’s Do not “overvote” or shade more pen and voter’s receipt outside of the said that the katsa were provided the 20-kilometer trail of single Grace Poe and Sec. Mar Roxas? basic information on the candidates. ID, postal ID, NBI/police clearance, names than the number required for polling place. At the same time, cam- by his grandfather who resides tracks, dirt roads and fire roads. Let ABS-CBN and the Commis- Pressing the check button beside voter’s ID, TIN card and firearms each position. For example, you may eras, cellphones and similar devices in Pandacan, one of the areas There were stops at the Bangkalan sion on Elections’ (Comelec) Comelec their names will save these on the My license. Cedula or community tax cer- vote for no more than 12 senators. are not allowed in the vicinity. covered by KBPIP. CMDC toasts 50th batch of scholars and Kawayanan rest stations. Halalan app help you. The latest ver- Ballot page, which may serve as the tificates will not be honored. “Undervoting,” however, is allowed. For more info, contact the Com- Cabrera, who plays the CITI Microenterprise De- prise mastery, as part of the knowledged microfinance insti- Funded by Citi Foundation, Binhi aims to restore forest sion of the app boasts the following voter’s personal short list of preferred Look for your name in the pre- Insert your ballot in the vote count- elec Voter Care hotline at 525-9296. drums and organ, added that velopment Center (CMDC), Grassroots Entrepreneurship tutions, cooperatives and other CMDC was launched as a pilot cover and biodiversity, provide features: a News section that provides candidates. cinct’s posted computerized voter’s ing machine (VCM) and return the pen Voters may also get in touch with he plans to do a mini concert a partnership between Bayan and Management course. institutions all over the country program in 2011 and has since livelihood to communities, miti- the latest election-related news from The app, which can be down- list. Note your precinct number and and folder to the BEI. The VCM will BMPM on Twitter and Facebook or with a band or a musical group Academy for Social Entre- They will be transitioned to for believing in the power of trained nearly 3,000 micro en- gate climate change impact and ABS-CBN News; a My Status sec- loaded for free on the App Store and sequence number, which you will then print a voter’s receipt indicating your email [email protected]. preneurship and Human Re- the Citi-Small Business Advi- educating micro entrepreneurs trepeneurs. More than half have sustain the geothermal recharge tion that presents the user’s complete Google Play, is part of ABS-CBN’s give to the board of election inspector choices. Before turning it source Development Inc. and sory and Coaching Services for on self-mastery and enterprise experienced an increase of 10% by planting 1,000 hectares every registration data after inputting his or Halalan 2016: “Ipanalo ang Pamilyang (BEI). You will be handed a marker over, the BEI will place ink BAYAN Academy offers the Citi Philippines, recently held one-on-one business coaching development. in their income and almost 4,000 year for 10 years. It was launched her basic information; a Results page Pilipino” campaign. and a ballot in a ballot secrecy folder. on your finger. following certificate training graduation rites for its 50th and mentoring. “Through the Citi Microen- new jobs have been created by in December 2008 and actual that shows the status of election-re- Meanwhile, here are some things Make sure the latter is completely Check the receipt and course this month: batch of micro entrepreneur- Bayan Academy chair- terprise Development Center, the scholars and their businesses. planting started in 2009. lated reports or complaints sent by the to remember on election day accord- free of defacements or markings. It drop it into the voter’s re- May 26-27: Sales Training scholars. man and president Dr. Edu- we will continue to empower CMDC was formed as a As of 2015, EDC has plant- user through Boto Mo, iPatrol Mo ing to the Comelec: should also bear the BEI’s signature. ceipt receptacle. If you no- For nine days, the CMDC ardo Morato Jr. thanked Citi more Filipino entrepreneurs response to the expressed need For rates, call Carol Arcaya at ed 7,611 hectares in its project (BMPM); and a Halalan 101 section The precincts will be open from 7 Use the marking pen to shade the tice any discrepancies, affix scholars learned the different Foundation and Citi Philip- and other enablers by respond- of micro entrepreneurs to ad- sites and frontier areas. 426-3140. Bayan Academy that features infographics, quotes and a.m. to 5 p.m. oval beside the name of your candi- your signature at the back facets of enterprise manage- pines for bringing to life their ing to their needs to create a dress their knowledge and skills Binhi ​is also EDC’s con- reserves the right to change facts about the elections developed by Bring your IDs. Valid government- date. Keep the ballot as free of stains of the receipt; the BEI will ment, including self-mastery, organization’s entrepreneurship new entrepreneurial culture in gap in developing and growing tribution to the government’s course dates. ABS-CBN News Digital. issued IDs include driver’s license, SSS/ and extraneous markings as possible. note down the issues and situation mastery and enter- education advocacy. He also ac- the Philippines,” he said. their businesses. National Greening Program. 10 Lopezlink May 2016 Lifelong Wellness Interactive Lopezlink May 2016 11 DZMM Takbo 2016 Sudoku Larga Na! By Gerbs de Castro Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! What you need to Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, Families all set to know about LASIK column at kahon. By Charizze Henson run for education LASIK is a quick and effective THE DZMM Takbo Para sa raise funds for a special benefi- solution to correct nearsight- Pamilyang Pilipino 2016 will be ciary. It helped in the rehabili- edness, farsightedness, astig- held at the Quirino Grandstand tation of La Mesa Watershed matism and presbyopia or the in Manila on May 29. and the Pasig River through loss of near vision. While it is Register to run for the benefit its DZMM Takbo Para sa Ka- regarded as a good alternative of DZMM scholars at the fol- likasan series. to eyeglasses and contact lens- lowing locations until May 22: Shifting to DZMM Takbo es, there are things you need ABS-CBN Tulong Center at Para sa Karunungan in 2011, to consider before undergoing the ABS-CBN compound in it has supported the education LASIK. Quezon City, RUNNR stores in of young Filipinos from areas According to Asian Eye Bonifacio High Street and Tri- struck by calamities. DZMM is a 20% discount for senior Institute LASIK/refractive noma, and Toby’s at Shangri-La believes that every member of citizens and P50 off for high surgeon Dr. Robert Ang, “It Mall and SM Mall of Asia. the Filipino family is a winner school and college students is important for interested pa- The fun run will raise funds through education. who register in-store. The tients to undergo a screening. for the education of DZMM Race kits for the fun run packages include a race kit, We check the eye grade, cor- Reveling in the super cold water of Ambon- scholars from Mega Manila for a cause, which is co-orga- singlet, timing chip and cer- neal thickness, eye health, eye Ambon Falls Hanging out at the hanging bridge Getting ready to be awed by the falls and Cagayan de Oro. nized by RunRio, are priced at tificate of completion. history and even the lifestyle This is the 17th year that P550 (3K), P650 (5K), P750 For more info, visit http:// of our patients. For those who to read or work on the com- factors that patients should  Very Easy DZMM is holding a fun run to (10K) and P950 (21K). There dzmm.abs-cbnnews.com/takbo. have thin corneas, severe dry puter without the need for consider when finding a  Easy eyes, extremely high eye grade eyeglasses. LASIK surgeon.  Medium  and other eye conditions like Most LASIK patients no- “Cost should not be the sole Hard A pang for Panguil River Eco Park cataracts, glaucoma and reti- tice immediate improvement basis of your decision. Ask the 14 ways to keep nal disease, we offer options in their vision after surgery and surgeon about how many sur- AMBON-Ambon Falls is inside junction of Siniloan, Famy and marker points you to the sites The first thing you encounter is other than LASIK.” usually go back to work the fol- geries they have done, how Panguil River Eco Park (formerly Mabitac. that you will encounter in the the so-called Barkong Bato, a huge Ideally, LASIK patients lowing day. many patients have returned for Piit Resort) in Pangil, Laguna. At the place, you will notice main activity area. bed of rock protruding from the cool when it’s hot should be over 18 years old However, Dr. Ang clari- enhancements and what tech- On the Manila East Road a small monument of a cannon We passed by a hanging bridge side of the mountain that looks since vision at this age is rela- fies, “They may experience a nology they are using. At the and the National Highway, that signifies this area was a place from which you could view the like a ship. metic toners in the refriger- hat, remove it and pour a tively stable. Below 18, the little discomfort, especially end of the day, it is important coming from Metro Manila, for manufacturing gunpowder cottages below and the swim- The next spot is the Biak na ator to use on hot, overtired bit of ice cold water into the Answer to APRIL puzzle eyes are still constantly ad- when blinking, for the first that you know and trust your pass through Rizal’s provincial for the Spanish military in the ming area right in front of them. Bato, which literally is a rock split feet. hat, then quickly invert it justing and changing shape. 24 hours of the surgery. They surgeon.” Solution, tips and areas—Cainta, Angono, Binan- late 1800s. At the main activity area, we were in half with water flowing in the 6. Keep plastic bottles of wa- and place on your head. KEEPING cool when tem- Women who are pregnant or may also see glare and halos Visit Asian Eye for LASIK computer program gonan, Cardona, Morong, Baras, After entering the gates of the provided life vests and followed a middle. ter in the freezer; grab one 11. Avoid caffeine and alcohol available at peratures reach record highs nursing are also advised to de- around lights, but that is just screening today! Asian Eye of- Tanay and Pilillia—and turn left eco park—parking is available cemented rocky trail towards the Traversing uneven terrain, we ar- when you’re ready to go out- as these will promote dehy- www.sudoku.com isn’t just about comfort. Dan- lay surgery. normal and it will continue to fers LASIK and other refractive after the highway sign past the inside—a wooden directional falls. rived at the first balsa or raft to hop side. As the ice melts, you’ll dration. gerously high temperatures can Dr. Ang explains: “Their improve within one to three treatment options appropriate on. The life vests will be needed for have a supply of cold water 12. Instead of hot foods, try Eats result in heat-related illnesses hormones may affect the shape months.” for your needs. For more info, all three short balsa rides. Be pre- with you. lighter summer fare includ- ranging from heat cramps to of their cornea, which causes He also dismisses the mis- call 898-2020. pared to be submerged waist-deep 7. Take frequent baths with ing frequent small meals or heat exhaustion and heat stroke. frequent changes in their eye conceptions about the effect of while seated on the balsa. cool or tepid water. snacks containing cold fruit The following tips can help you grade. It is best to wait until LASIK. On the third balsa, in just a few 8. Combat dehydration by or low-fat dairy products. As keep cool all summer long. their hormonal levels are back “LASIK is permanent, but seconds, you will be astounded by drinking plenty of water an added benefit, you won’t Sports & Wellness 1. Alter your pattern of out- to normal and their eye grade is it does not prevent the natu- the sight of Ambon-Ambon Falls door exercise to take advan- along with sports drinks or have to cook next to a hot calendar Make mine iced! at a short distance. stable.” ral aging of the eye. So when other sources of electrolytes. stove. MAY tage of cooler times (early In the past, LASIK could they age, they may develop eye 2. Remove the pan from the heat. Procedure: minutes or until As the balsa had to dock several 9. Some people swear by small, 13. If you don’t have air-con- 21: 1st Run for the Navy, morning or late evening). If only be used to treat distance conditions, such as presbyopia, Place the tea bags, star anise and 1. In a medium saucepan over high the sugar is com- meters away due to the protruding portable, battery-powered ditioning, arrange to spend you can’t change the time of vision. Now, patients age 40 cataract, glaucoma and retinal 5K (Roxas Blvd., Manila), cloves in the water, and make sure heat, combine the sugar and 6 cups of pletely dissolved. rocks, we alighted and proceeded fans. A version even attaches at least parts of the day in your workout, scale it down and up, or who have difficulty problems, that may affect their 4:30am. Fee: P500. Regis- they are completely submerged. Steep water. Bring to a boil. Cook until all the 2. Juice 1 1/2 directly to the falls. But to get to to a water bottle a shopping mall, museum, by doing fewer minutes, reading small text or doing vision.” ter at http://navy.mil.ph/ for 10 minutes. sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, add lemons, reserving the falls proper, one should swim that sprays a public library, movie theater 22: Pilipinas Run with walking instead of running, close-up work or have had A good visual outcome 3. Use a large spoon or a strainer to the espresso, mix and let steep for 10 the fourth lemon in deep water or use the long piece cooling mist. or other public space that is the Stars, or decreasing your level of cataract surgery, can undergo depends not only on careful 3K/5K/10K/ remove the tea bags, star anise and minutes. Strain the liquid into a shal- half. Stir the lem- of rope to cross to the other side 10. A trick from cool. exertion. Supracor, a laser treatment evaluation of the eyes before 16K (Quirino Grandstand, cloves. low pan (about 2 inches high). Add the on juice into the where the falls are located. a tennis pro: 14. Finally, use common 2. Wear loose-fitting clothing, that can effectively improve the surgery but also on the Manila), 5am. Fee: 4. Add the sugar and stir until it’s com- lemon juice and zest. sugar syrup; you The exhilarating experience is preferably of a light color. if you’re wear- sense. If the heat is intoler- both distance and near vision. technology and the surgeon. P400-P750. Register at pletely dissolved. 2. Place the pan in the freezer. Us- will have about when one dives right underneath 3. Cotton clothing will keep ing a cap or able, stay indoors when the falls. Super cold water rush- Exclusively available at Asian Dr. Ang reminds patients that http://www.goorahna.com 5. Let the tea cool to room tempera- ing a fork, crush the mixture every 30 1 cup. Chill the you cooler than many syn- you can and avoid WITH ture. minutes until it is firm but not frozen lemon syrup in ing at your back. Wow! Eye, Supracor enables patients skills and experience are key 22: On Your Mark Run, thetics. activities in direct a few more 6. Use tall glasses and fill each with ice hard (should be slightly slushy), about the fridge. Back at the main activity area, 5K/10K/18K (BGC, 4. Fill a spray bot- sunlight or on hot weeks of swelter cubes. Fill each glass 3/4 of the way full 2 hours. To serve, spoon the slush into 3. Blend the ice in a blender or food we took a dip in the shallow Taguig), 4:30am. Fee: tle with asphalt surfaces. Pay weather coming with tea. Add one tablespoon of sweet- glasses or bowls. Drizzle with cream processor until it is crushed. Put half swimming area in front of the w a t e r special attention to the Shuttlers joust in Lopez P750-P1,600. Contact up, it’s not too ened condensed milk to each glass and and garnish with more zest if desired. the crushed ice in a cocktail shaker, cottages and the spillway. a n d elderly, infants and any- 837-7175 29: Financial Fitness late to break out stir to combine. Drink im- along with half the chilled lemon syrup Departing from the venue keep it one with a chronic illness as the icy/iced drinks! Fair-Style Lemon with our stomachs rumbling, we Group badminton tourney Run, mediately. (about 1/2 c), along with 1/2 c ice water. in the re- they may dehydrate easily 5K/10K/21K (BGC, (However, the tea base can Shake Ups Shake vigorously for a couple minutes, dropped by Manay’s Eatery in f r i g e r a t o r and be more susceptible GET ready to go to court as the doubles, ladies’ doubles, mixed Taguig), 4:30am. Fee: Thai Iced Tea be kept refrigerated for up Ingredients: 1/2 c water; then dump the whole mixture into a Famy for lunch. for a quick to heat-related illnesses. 2016 Lopez Group Badminton doubles and veterans’ doubles P550-P850. Register at Ingredients: 5 c water; 6 bags black tea to a week.) 1/4 c sugar; 2 lemons; 2 tall glass. Repeat with the remaining Pangil, for me, is such an un- r e f r e s h i n g Don’t forget that pets also Cup takes place in Centro At- matches in the individual http://www.goorahna.com or red Thai tea, or 1 1/2 tbsp loose tea; 2 c ice cubes, plus extra for ice, syrup and ice water for the second derrated place in Laguna maybe 29: DZMM Takbo Para spray to your need protection from dehy- letico, Quezon City on May 7! competitions. star anise; 3 whole cloves; 2 tbsp sugar; Espresso Slushy serving as necessary; and shake up. because it barely appears in tour- face after dration and heat-related ill- The Lopez Group’s top For more info, contact your sa Pamilyang Pilipino. ice; and 1/4 c sweetened condensed Ingredients: 3/4 c sugar; 1/3 1 c ice water 4. Cut the remaining lemon half into ism-related media. However, it is being outdoors. nesses, too. (Excerpted from shuttlers will take part in men’s respective HR departments. See story on this page milk c instant espresso; 1/4 c Procedure: four slices and add two slices to each a great place for nature lovers. 5. Try storing lotions or cos- www.medicinenet.com) Procedure: lemon juice; 2 tbsp lemon 1. Bring the water and glass. Sip and enjoy! The eco park is really worth the 1. Bring the water to a boil in a medium zest; and 1 pint heavy cream sugar to boil in a small (Recipes and photos from www.thek- trip. (Excerpted from http://larga- Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline saucepan. (optional) saucepan. Boil for five itchn.com; www.realsimple.com) bista.blogspot.com) 12 Lopezlink May 2016

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